CRAIG PORTER JR

Nov 24 2025CRIME

A Young Woman's Escape and the Chilling Past

A 22-year-old woman, Morgan Geyser, was recently caught in Posen, Illinois, after leaving her group home in Wisconsin. She had cut off her monitoring bracelet and was found at a truck stop with a 42-year-old man. The man was charged with trespassing and released, while Geyser awaits transfer to Cook County Jail for an extradition hearing. Geyser's story goes back to...

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Nov 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

How AI Chatbot Missed Critical Signs of a User's Distress

Joshua Enneking, a 26-year-old who loved baseball, lacrosse, and tinkering with cars, had a hidden struggle. He was close with his family, especially his nephew, and always brought laughter to the room. But behind his tough exterior, he battled depression and suicidal thoughts. He turned to ChatGPT for support, sharing his darkest moments with the AI chatbot. His fam...

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

Trump's Surprise Meeting Leaves MAGA Crowd Confused

A recent meeting between President Trump and Zohran Mamdani, the soon-to-be mayor of New York, left many people scratching their heads. It wasn't what anyone expected. The internet, especially the MAGA crowd, was thrown for a loop. Usually, the MAGA movement is quick to cheer on the president's every move. But this time, they were quiet. The meeting was supposed to ...

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

The Quiet Exit of Doge: What Happened?

Doge, the "department of government efficiency, " seems to have vanished without much fanfare. This happened while it still had eight months left on its contract. The group was known for making big changes in federal agencies and letting go of many workers. Scott Kupor, the head of the office of personnel management (OPM), said Doge is no longer a "centralized entit...

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Nov 24 2025FINANCE

The Trump Family's Crypto Gamble Goes South

The Trump family's fortune took a hit due to the recent crypto market downturn. Their investments in digital currencies have not been as profitable as they hoped. The value of a memecoin linked to Trump's brand has dropped by about 25% since August. Eric Trump's investment in a Bitcoin mining project has lost about half its value from its peak. Additionally, shares o...

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

Keeping the Peace: Navigating Politics at the Thanksgiving Table

Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and fun. But in recent years, it has also become a time for political tension. With the country more divided than ever, many people are wondering how to keep the peace at the dinner table. Political experts say that the best way to avoid conflict is to steer clear of politics altogether. Gary Rose, a professor of political sc...

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Nov 24 2025FINANCE

Blue Owl's Big Fund Merge: What's Next?

Blue Owl Capital is thinking about bringing back a plan to combine two of its private credit funds. This comes after they had to stop a similar plan last week because investors weren't happy. The main reason for the merge is to give shareholders a way out and cut costs. But, it's not a done deal yet. The idea is to merge the larger fund, OBDC, with Blue Owl Capital ...

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

Finland's President Discusses Trump's Efforts for Ukraine Peace

Finland's leader, Alexander Stubb, recently shared his thoughts on U. S. President Donald Trump's involvement in the Ukraine conflict. He mentioned that Trump is actively trying to find a way to stop the war. This comes as different groups are meeting to talk about a plan proposed by the U. S. to end the fighting. However, this plan seems to give a lot to Russia, whi...

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Nov 24 2025EDUCATION

Why College Approval Matters

College approval, or accreditation, is a big deal. It’s like a stamp of approval that says a college meets certain standards. Without it, students can’t get federal aid like grants or loans. Recently, things have changed. Six Southern states decided to create their own approval group. This move has stirred up debates about politics and education. The change started ...

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Nov 23 2025BUSINESS

The Unseen Side of SHRM: A Look Inside

SHRM, the world's biggest HR group, has been under the spotlight for some odd reasons. Recently, a Marilyn Monroe impersonator sang "Happy Birthday" to an executive, which left some staff feeling uneasy. This happened right after a moment of silence for the 9/11 anniversary. Two former employees found it inappropriate, especially since SHRM is supposed to set the sta...

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